Machine proof
Pre-press proof.
Printing Glossary
Baffled by the jargon some printers use? Let us explain what all those terms mean...
Magnetic ink
Magnetized ink that can be recognized by electronic machines, as used in cheque printing.
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR)
A character recognition technology.
Manila
A tough brown paper, traditionally made from Manila hemp, used to produce stationery and wrapping paper.
Manila hemp
A durable natural fibre.
Margin
The blank space bordering the text or images on a page.
Match Print
A proofing system for Four-colour-Process Printing.
Matt
A non-shiny, smooth finish.
Mechanical Bind
A generic term using for binding that does not require gluing, sewing or stitching; examples are comb, coil and ring.
Metallic Ink
Ink that simulates metal; these can be produced in a wide range of colours such as gold, silver, metallic blue etc.
Metallic Paper
Coated paper that simulates metal; these can be produced in a wide range of colours such as gold, silver, metallic blue etc.
MICR
Abbreviation for Magnetic Ink Character Recognition; a character recognition technology.
